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February 20, 2007 at 4:06 pm · Filed under General

Buddyping: http://www.buddyping.com/

Loopt: https://www.loopt.com/loopt/sess/index.aspx
Is a Palo Alto-based startup that has built a revolutionary “social mapping” service to change the way people use mobile phones to keep in touch with their friends. loopt uses GPS (and other location technology) to show you where your friends are by automatically updating maps on your mobile handset. loopt also lets you send messages to nearby friends or receive automatic alerts when they’re nearby so that you never miss an opportunity to meet. With loopt, mobile subscribers put themselves on the map.

Plazes: http://beta.plazes.com/
Adds physical presence to the web. The Plazes website automatically detects your location and connects you to people and places nearby. See people in your area, discover other locations and follow the whereabouts of your friends.
Locations within Plazes are not just global coordinates they carry significance to you and your friends. Relate to other locations by adding pictures, comments, and reviews. Plazes can also be told to remember the locations you visit so you can review your travels.

SearchQuest: http://www.searchquest.com/
Is a technology company with a focus on mobile devices and r"